Wax's trusted partner and friend, known for his humor and past struggles, who provides support through his time-altering and health-storing powers.

A burgeoning protagonist and constable with the ability to slow time, originally introduced as Wax's ally during investigations involving her sister.

Wax’s fiancée engaged through a practical contract, whose developing relationship with Wax hints at deeper personal connections.

A retired constable-general of Elendel's Fourth Octant, Marasi's boss, known for his integrity and later serving in a leadership role after the governor's demise.

A skilled kandra and antagonist of the story, whose actions drive much of the novel's conflict through her mastery of imitation and identity deception.

A veteran kandra aiding the protagonists, known for his unique choice of a canine form, which facilitates his unobtrusive assistance.

A younger kandra who provides comedic relief and supports the main characters against adversaries through her sense of individuality.

The god of Scadrial, originally a human named Sazed, who grapples with maintaining balance in the world he helped reshape, revealing both his power and vulnerabilities.